So the Ohio code reads that you cannot operate a boat with a BAC over .08, same as a car, great, makes sense and I get it.... we don't want smashed morons running their boats into ours.
What I can't find anywhere is what constitutes "operating." If at anchor for six hours, and a boater is on water that doesn't prohibit the presence of alcohol, can he be legally over 0.08 while at anchor? Or will the enforcement demand that "someone" be the operator, or that the "owner" be the operator?
What IS the deal yo....
I ask because I was told people never saw any enforcement on Alum, and just this weekend Linn walked up while they were inspecting my boat for all the essentials (it pays to be prepared and not have your day ruined by a stupid ticket). They didn't search the boat for contraband or anything, just a "voluntary" inspection of all the required safety gear. Oh yeah, and it was only noted as "voluntary" after it was over.
So I'm just trying to figure out the real deal. I know Alum = State Park = "No Alcohol" but a ticket for the presence of alcohol vs a "BUI" and not operating for a year are rather different situations.